Food Banks in Dorset
We list 35 food banks, pantries and community larders across Dorset. Always check opening times before you travel, many open on set days only, and some need a voucher from a referral agency.
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Showing 21–35 of 35 food banks in Dorset, alphabetically.
Portland Food Bank (St John's Church Hall)
St John's Church Hall, Ventnor Road, Portland, DT5 1JE07913170495View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Davis Road)
Davis Road , Poole , BH12 2BA01202717304View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Easton)
89 Easton , St Easton , DT5 1BP01305821222View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Latimer Road)
1 Latimer Road , Winton, Bournemouth , BH9 1JY01202517989View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (New Orchard)
2 New Orchard , Poole , BH15 1LY01202679939View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Palmerston Road)
Permanently closedPalmerston Road , Bournemouth, BH1 4HT01202309803View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (The Forum Centre)
Trinity Street 6 & 7 The Forum Centre , Dorchester, DT1 1TU01305268755View full detailsSalvation Army Food Bank (The Vestry Room)
The Vestry Room , Verwood , BH31 6DR01202822410View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Westham Road)
Westham Road , Weymouth , DT4 8NS01305779801View full details
Sherborne Food Bank (St Paul's Church)
c/o St Paul's Church, St Paul's Close, Sherborne, DT9 4DU07854163869View full details
The Vale Pantry at the Vale Family Hub
The Vale Family Hub, 22B Butts Pond, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 1AZ01258 920040View full details
Weymouth Food Bank (Newstead Road)
Newstead Road, Weymouth, DT4 0AR07531167465View full detailsWeymouth Food Bank (St Francis’ Church)
07531167465View full detailsWeymouth Food Bank (Weymouth Baptist Church)
Weymouth Baptist Church, 18 The Esplanade, Weymouth, DT4 8DT07531167465View full detailsWimborne Food Bank (Leigh Park Community Centre)
Leigh Park Community Centre, Gordon Road, Wimborne, BH21 2AP07766395944View full details
Food banks in Dorset: your questions answered
How do I find a food bank in Dorset?
Use the list of Dorset food banks on this page. Each listing shows the address, contact details and, where we hold them, opening times. Always contact a food bank before travelling, as sessions and locations can change at short notice.
Do I need a referral or voucher to use a food bank in Dorset?
Many UK food banks, including those in the Trussell network, ask for a voucher or referral from a local agency such as Citizens Advice, a support worker, GP surgery, school or housing officer. Independent food banks, pantries and community larders often accept people directly. Contact the food bank listed here to check what it needs.
What do food banks in Dorset give you?
A typical food parcel contains several days of non-perishable food such as tinned goods, pasta, rice, cereal and long-life milk. Some services also provide toiletries, baby items, pet food, fresh produce or help with money and benefits advice.
Are food banks in Dorset free?
Food banks are free to use. Some community pantries and social supermarkets instead ask for a small weekly membership fee in return for a larger shop, so check the details of the service you plan to visit.
How can I donate food or volunteer in Dorset?
Contact any food bank listed on this page directly. Most welcome donations of in-date, non-perishable food at their own premises or at collection points in local supermarkets, and many need volunteers to sort, pack and deliver parcels.
Is the information for Dorset food banks up to date?
We review listings regularly, but details can change between checks. Please confirm opening times with the food bank before you travel, and let us know through our report a listing issue page if something is wrong.